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Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas Honors Businesses and Individuals at 2026 Awards of Excellence Banquet
Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas Honors Businesses and Individuals at 2026 Awards of Excellence Banquet WACO, TEXAS — Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas hosted its 2026 Annual Awards of Excellence Banquet on Thursday, January 15, at the Baylor Club...
Labor Market Information News Release
Heart of Texas Reports 4.1% Unemployment Rate in November 2025 WACO, Texas — The Heart of Texas regional unemployment rate was 4.1% in November 2025, according to the latest data from TexasLMI.com. The rate reflects 7,708 residents actively seeking work, with 1,248...
Workforce Solutions celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
For Job Seekers with Disabilities At Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas, we believe every individual has unique strengths and talents to offer. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities...
Labor Market Information News Release
Regional Unemployment Rises to 4.5% Waco, Texas – The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas region increased to 4.5% in August 2025, according to the latest data from TexasLMI.com. The rise reflects 8,344 residents actively seeking employment, with 1,149 continued...
Labor Market Information News Release
July Brings Small Increase in Regional Unemployment Waco, Texas — The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas region inched up slightly in July, rising to 4.1% from 3.9% in June. This change reflects 7,596 residents actively seeking work, along with 1,296 continued...
Registered Nurse Career Profile Overview
Registered Nurse is a targeted occupation in the Heart of Texas region. View the Registered Nurse career profile overview. is a helpful list that provides the Standard Occupational Code (SOC) number for each targeted occupation. The list was last updated and approved...
Heart of Texas Targeted Occupations
The Heart of Texas Targeted Occupations List is a helpful list that provides the Standard Occupational Code (SOC) number for each targeted occupation. The list was last updated and approved in July 2025. Use the SOC number to learn more about each occupation at O*NET...
Labor Market Information News Release
Regional Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.9% in June Waco, Texas — The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas region increased slightly to 3.9% in June, up from 3.8% in May. A total of 7,185 residents were unemployed, and 987 continued unemployment claims were filed...
Hiring Fair Success Guide
Make the most of your time at the hiring event with these helpful tips. Whether this is your first hiring event or not, a little preparation can go a long way.Bring printed resumes While not required, it's recommended to bring at least 10 copies of your resume. If you...
Labor Market Information News Release
Regional Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.8% in May Waco, Texas — The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas region rose to 3.8% in May, up from 3.4% in April, with 7,023 residents unemployed and 987 continued unemployment claims filed during the month. The Waco...